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The family of a Nigerian pastor has shared details following her death aboard a flight while she was travelling home from a vacation in the United States
The 68-year-old cleric reportedly died on October 16, 2026, during a journey from the US to Germany. She was travelling with her husband when she suddenly became ill while on board the aircraft.
According to reports, fellow passengers and crew members tried to assist her after she fell ill. Some passengers also reportedly offered prayers as efforts were made to save her life.
Nigerian pastor dies mid-flight while returning home from US vacation
Despite their intervention, she could not be saved.
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Her family confirmed her death in an announcement shared on social media. Nigerian blog Instablog9ja also reported the news on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
In the announcement, the family expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Embassy in Germany and the Nigerian Customs Service for their assistance with the necessary clearances and the repatriation of her remains to Nigeria.
The Instagram post announcing the demise of Pastor Asabe Toye is below:
